166. Big Dress Energy feat. Shakaila Forbes-Bell

Hey Style & City Family, it’s your favourite cousin duo Prinny Rae and Amber Leaux back with another episode! In this week’s episode, we are joined by Fashion- Psychologist Shakaila Forbes- Bell. We discuss what fashion-psychology is, the benefits and impact it brings, fashion culture, trends, sustainability and how to conduct our wardrobes in a healthy and efficient way to fit within our lifestyles. Hope you enjoy it!   00:15 - Intro, defining fashion-pyschology and what bought Shakaila to build a career and interest in fashion psychology 12:28 - The culture of streetwear and the racial differences it portrays. 16:00- The ideas and pressure associated with choosing what to wear and keeping up with trends 22:00 - The 4,3,2,1 approach within shopping. 27:50 - Views on sustainability in brands 33:45 - Love Island’s process on trends and clothing styles 39:00 - Finding a balance versus a normal balance in shopping 45:40 - Chasing personal style 53:12 - Celebrity relationships and influencers dressing alike 56:54 - Social media and the UK Black Girl Aesthetic   Shakaila - @Shakailaelise / fashionispsychology.com / https://www.amazon.co.uk/Big-Dress-Energy   Watch the episode on Youtube here https://youtu.be/O21JnQ_W73o   If you want more, join us on Patreon for extra exclusive episodes: www.patreon.com/styleandcitydiares   You can find us here... Instagram: @Styleandcitydiaries / @prinnyraee / @amberleaux / @prinnyxamber Twitter: @Stylecitydiary / @prinnyrae / @amberleaux Tiktok: @Styleandcitydiaries / @prinnyraee / @amberleaux Youtube: Prinny and Amber Email: [email protected] www.styleandcitydiaries.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices